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The most... zip lining, cargo netting, biking, hiking, climbing, rappelling, slip- sliding, wet, muddy, fun a kid can have!Designed exclusively for kids ages 6-14, the Kids Adventure Games is a multi- discipline adventure race. Kids, in teams of 2, compete together on bike, in water and on foot through a challenging 3.5-5 mile adventure course, featuring man made and natural obstacle, like zip lines, massive cargo nets, ropes courses, river tubing, giant slip-and-slides and more!Kids learn the values of teamwork, sportsmanship, problem solving, the importance of an active lifestyle and an appreciation for the outdoors.

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Course Description:

The course features 12-15 unique obstacles including:
- Zip Lines
- Cargo Nets
- Blow Darts
- Creek Crossings
- Slick Walls
- Ropes Courses
- Rappelling
- Rock Climbing
- Mud Pits
- Slack Lines
- Tyrolean Travers (Pulling oneself upsidedown along a rope)
- Giant Slip-and-Slides
- Darwin Dash (lilly pads on a lake)
- And More.
Also, course will be marked on a ‘kid friendly’ map.
• Kids will travel the course by mountain bike, on foot, on land or on water.
• If there is a water element at the race, personal flotation devices are supplied by race organizers.
• Course is can be a circle, a figure eight or a cloverleaf format.
• There are a number of different obstacles and challenges located around the marked course, all are designed for children and are supervised by staff and /or volunteers. The tasks will not cause children any great difficulty.
• Each obstacle is a checkpoint. Volunteers will stamp the map as proof that the team passed by.
• Teams have to follow the course in checkpoint order.
• The course is approximately 3.5 to 5 miles long. This will take between 40 minutes and 90 minutes to finish. Teams will be timed.
• All kids will wear a helmet, back pack, (bike) gloves and a climbing harness the entire course. The climbing harness will be supplied by race organizers.

Aid Stations:

Volunteers are positioned at each obstacle and throughout the course to help kids get through the course. Onsite first aide is available. Snacks water and a pizza party are supplied upon completion.

Awards:

There is an award ceremony for each age group (6-8, 8-10, 10-12, 12-14) and category (boys, girls, coed) where the top 3 finishers will receive a custom trophy and a prize from one of our sponsors. Awards are also handed out for Sportsmanship, Environmental stewardship, and Spirit.

Prizes:

Prizes are handed out for top 3 finishers in each age and gender category as well as for team awards for Sportsmanship, Environmental Awareness, and Spirit.

Spectators:

All spectators are free, and parents are welcome to follow their racers on the course. Some course areas will be more accessible than others. Spectators can watch from anywhere along the course. Cheering on- is welcome, but aid is not allowed.

Parking:

Parking is free!

Post Party:

A pizza party is offered post race, with music, games and an awards ceremony.

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Kids can compete with a teammate that is a different age. The age group will be determined by the age of the oldest teammate. Teams can be co‐ed.
We ask that you submit your registration as a team. Registration forms will not be confirmed until both teammates’ information is complete and payment is received. You can enter your own child’s name twice but YOU are responsible for changing this at a later date.
The race will take place rain or shine. In the event there is lightning in the area, the Race Director will make the appropriate call to delay or cancel the race. No refunds will be given if the race is cancelled due to weather.
All cancelations received one week prior to race day will receive a refund minus a $15 handling fee. Any cancelations received after that date will not receive a refund.
Race registrations are transferable.
You can accompany your child throughout the race to watch them at the different challenges; however we ask that you refrain from helping/interfering with your child during the race. Course marshals will be on hand to assist if children have difficulty. The satisfaction your child will feel when finishing the race is in large part determined by the knowledge that they did it themselves.
We recommend kids wear moisture‐wicking clothing as they will get wet & running shoes for footwear. They will be required to wear a helmet and bike gloves throughout the entire competition. Please NO JEANS.
Mandatory equipment: Each child will need a (mountain) bike with knobby tires, a helmet and bike gloves. Additionally, each child will need to carry the following items with them during the event: First Aid Kit: small Ziploc bag with some wet wipes, band-aids, white tape, Neosporin (1PER TEAM); Sunscreen, 10 oz water, light snack, small back pack, light wind/rain jacket. The race organization will provide a climbing harness and a life jacket if needed.

Team:

Teams are a core aspect of the Kids Adventure Games. Kids race in teams of 2 and are encouraged to help other teams while on course. Many obstacles require teams to work together to accomplish.

Coupons / Discount Codes:

Please see our obstacle course race discount & promotion page for all the latest discounts, promos, promotions, discount codes, and coupon codes for Big Bear Lake California Kids Adventure Games 2018.
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